Cheap Homes for Rent in North Kensington Neighborhood of Kensington, MD from $900 (28 Rentals)

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Silver SpringMD20906

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North Kensington, Kensington, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Kensington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Kensington area of Washington, MD is a Studio unit found at Arrive Wheaton priced from $1,362. Pooks Hill Tower & Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,455. Here are the most affordable North Kensington apartments for rent in Washington, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arrive WheatonFairfield AffordableStudio,1BA$1,362
Pooks Hill Tower & CourtMarigoldStudio,1BA$1,455
Landmark at Glenmont StationS11BR,1BA$1,460
AVA WheatonS1-462-UrbanUpStudio,1BA$1,504
Glenmont Forest1 BEDROOM 1 BATH DEN1BR,1BA$1,552
Halpine ViewA1A1BR,1BA$1,570
Oakfield Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,599
The Flats at Wheaton Station1B/1C1BR,1BA$1,651
Wentworth Apartment HomesThe AddingtonStudio,1BA$1,723
Aurora(S6) Studio - 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Kensington, MD

As of August 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Kensington area is the $2.24 price per square foot B9 Model at Avalon at Grosvenor Station in the in the Parkside neighborhood starting from $2,628. The second greatest value North Kensington apartment is the Model 2B Model at Auden Place starting at $1,918 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Kemp Mill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avalon at Grosvenor StationB92BR,2BA$2.24
Auden PlaceModel 2B2BR,1.5BA$1.87
Wheaton House2BR; TOP; COURTYARD EXPO2BR,1BA$2.46
The Fields of Silver SpringB22BR,1BA$1.97
Allium PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.32
Maven at WheatonJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.55
AtelierA1-A1BR,1BA$2.49
Randolph Square Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.46
Oakfield Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$2.30
The Flats at Wheaton Station1D1BR,1BA$2.56

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Kensington, Kensington, MD

Ranked #3

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Kensington

What type of rentals are currently available in North Kensington?

There are currently 108 Apartments for Rent in North Kensington, MD with pricing that ranges from $801 to $11,745. There are also 110 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Kensington ranging from $975 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Kensington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Kensington ranges from $975 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,994.

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